Kombucha is
an ancient fermented tea that naturally contains many essential amino acids, vitamins,
minerals, organic acids, and enzymes which are considered beneficial to the
skin’s dermal layer. Kombucha is a
biochemical powerhouse when used in cosmetics and personal care products. Known as “The Tea of Immortality,” the origins
of Kombucha have become lost over time, but it is thought to have originated in
the Far East. In today’s modern world it
is being rediscovered and gaining renewed interest.

Amino acids are the building blocks of living
tissue, which are essential for cellular function. The topical application of amino acids
contained in Kombucha help the skin and scalp to retain moisture and balance the skin's sebum production. This provides a smoother
texture to the skin.

Natural vitamin C in Kombucha promotes healing
of the skin, reduces lines and wrinkles, aids in the production of collagen and
can even increase natural sun protection factor (SPF), to decrease sun
damage. Vitamin C also acts as an
anti-oxidant, and may help to reduce free-radicals produced on the skin.

B vitamins, that occur naturally in Kombucha,
help to increase moisture content in the hair and skin by building a natural
barrier on the skin through the production of ceramides and fatty acids. B vitamins stimulate faster hair growth, as
well as regulate oil gland secretion on the scalp and skin. B vitamins also help reduce clogged pores, inflammation
and acne associated with oily skin.

The process
of fermentation used to produce Kombucha naturally breaks down nutrients to a more bio-available
form. It converts inorganic minerals to the more easily assimilated
organic form, thus making Kombucha a mineral powerhouse for the skin and
scalp.

Kombucha contains lactic
acid which is a naturally occurring alpha hydroxy acid (AHA). Alpha hydroxy acids are effective but gentle
exfoliants, and are useful in the management of dry skin, acne and wrinkles. AHA helps to improve the texture of skin and
repairs damage done by the sun. Lactic
acid is noted for it's rich moisturizing attributes and it's ability to exfoliate
dead skin cells without provoking skin irritation. Lactic acid may also increase
collagen production which can help to diminish the appearance of wrinkles and
fine lines. Queen Cleopatra was known to
use sour fermented milk (rich in lactic acid) and rose petals on her skin to
keep it vibrant and youthful looking.

Malic acid contained in Kombucha is another
alpha hydroxy acid with a slightly larger molecular structure than lactic
acid. This results in a more even
penetration of the skin and helps to reduce the appearance of age spots and
freckles. Malic acid evens out skin tone,
firms and tightens pores and significantly reduces the symptoms of rosacea.

A mild alpha
hydroxy acid in Kombucha, gluconic acid,
provides beneficial effects on the skin by minimizing fine lines and
wrinkles. Additionally it helps to increase
the elasticity of skin, stimulate collagen production and balance out oily skin. The gluconic acid naturally occurring in
Kombucha acts as a penetrating agent, allowing other extracts within a formula
to be readily absorbed on the skin and scalp.

Usnic acid in Kombucha may possibly act as an
antibacterial substance for use in the treatment of skin and scalp
irritations. It also potentially exhibits antifungal, antiviral, antiprotozoal,
anti-inflammatory and analgesic activities. Further research is needed to prove these statements.
Other unique characteristics of usnic acid are it's ultraviolet absorption (UV
protection), and natural bug repellent action.

Enzymes in Kombucha aid in the removal of
scar tissue, especially those due to acne and stretch marks. As one ages, cell turnover rate decreases and
can result in a dry, rough and dull appearing skin. Enzymes gently digest and remove dead
superficial skin cells. These enzymes
reveal smoother, brighter, fresher skin and allow an increased penetration of
beneficial ingredients into the skin.

Under
carefully controlled conditions, infusions of organic green tea, organic black
tea, organic rooibos tea and organic nettle are fermented to create a 100%
natural Kombucha. Our highly specialized
Kombucha is made without the use of harmful chemical processing, chemically
altered ingredients or dangerous preservatives.
Time is taken to slowly and naturally infuse the unique healing
properties of our specially selected organic herbs to produce a truly artisan,
therapeutic and unique product that has many applications in the beauty and body
product industry.